Upcoming Events
Join us for free programs and community events designed to help families connect, learn, and grow through the power of play.
Toddler Bonding and Brain Building (Pilot)- Class 3
Join Playfully Connected for the third class of the pilot Toddler Bonding & Brain Building program! Designed for toddlers ages 12-24 months and their caregivers, this free program offers playful, meaningful ways to strengthen your bond and support your baby’s early brain development. Registration is required, and spots are limited, so be sure to reserve your spot today!
Registration for this program is closed.
Connections Day: Seizure Awareness
Join Playfully Connected at the second annual Connections Day focused on Seizure Awareness, hosted by Families for Inclusion in honor of Epilepsy Awareness Month! This free community event offers families the opportunity to connect with local resources, meet others with similar experiences, and hear from a live panel discussing seizures, epilepsy, and their impact on individuals and families.
Stop by Playfully Connected’s Sensory Playtime station for hands-on fun, and visit our information table to learn how our free, play-based programs help strengthen family connections and support families throughout childhood.
Unable to attend in person? RSVP to receive an emailed recording of the panel discussion after the event.
We look forward to connecting with families and sharing resources that help our community learn, grow, and thrive together!
Sensory Playtime
Sensory Playtime is a free, play-based experience for children ages 0–3 and their caregivers to explore, discover, and connect through sensory-rich activities. From textures and songs to movement and hands-on play, families can enjoy meaningful moments together while supporting early learning, family bonding, and community engagement. No experience or special skills needed—just come ready to play!
Registration is not required, but use this link to let us know you’re coming!: https://www.facebook.com/events/1436764637926908
Infant Bonding and Brain Building- Class 3
Join Playfully Connected for the third class of the final Infant Bonding & Brain Building session of 2026! Designed for babies ages 0–12 months and their caregivers, this free program offers playful, meaningful ways to strengthen your bond and support your baby’s early brain development. Registration is required, and spots are limited, so be sure to reserve your spot today!
Registration for this program is closed.
Toddler Bonding and Brain Building (Pilot)- Class 4
Join Playfully Connected for the fourth class of the pilot Toddler Bonding & Brain Building program! Designed for toddlers ages 12-24 months and their caregivers, this free program offers playful, meaningful ways to strengthen your bond and support your baby’s early brain development. Registration is required, and spots are limited, so be sure to reserve your spot today!
Registration for this program is closed.
Infant Bonding and Brain Building- Class 4
Join Playfully Connected for the fourth class of the final Infant Bonding & Brain Building session of 2026! Designed for babies ages 0–12 months and their caregivers, this free program offers playful, meaningful ways to strengthen your bond and support your baby’s early brain development. Registration is required, and spots are limited, so be sure to reserve your spot today!
Registration for this program is closed.
Toddler Bonding and Brain Building (Pilot)- Class 5
Join Playfully Connected for the fifth and final class of the pilot Toddler Bonding & Brain Building program! Designed for toddlers ages 12-24 months and their caregivers, this free program offers playful, meaningful ways to strengthen your bond and support your baby’s early brain development. Registration is required, and spots are limited, so be sure to reserve your spot today!
Registration for this program is closed.
Infant Bonding and Brain Building- Class 5
Join Playfully Connected for the fifth and final class of the final Infant Bonding & Brain Building session of 2026! Designed for babies ages 0–12 months and their caregivers, this free program offers playful, meaningful ways to strengthen your bond and support your baby’s early brain development. Registration is required, and spots are limited, so be sure to reserve your spot today!
Registration for this program is closed.
Gobble & Play: Sensory Playtime
Sensory Playtime is a free, play-based experience for children ages 0–3 and their caregivers to explore, discover, and connect through sensory-rich activities. From textures and songs to movement and hands-on play, families can enjoy meaningful moments together while supporting early learning, family bonding, and community engagement. No experience or special skills needed—just come ready to play!
This is a special Thanksgiving/Fall-themed playtime with fun activities to celebrate why we are thankful! Festive clothing is encouraged, but not required!
Registration is not required, but RSVP to let us know you’re coming: https://www.facebook.com/events/1397902562327947
A Whole Latte Gratitude: Coffees, Kiddos, & Connections
Join Playfully Connected and The Mom Walk Collective – Lake Charles for a cozy, fall-themed morning of coffee, conversation, play, and connection at Chennault Coffee! Our Whole Latte Gratitude gathering is a chance for parents and caregivers to celebrate the season, connect with other local families, and enjoy a little Thanksgiving fun.
Bring your kiddos along to enjoy our play area, toys, and fun fall and Thanksgiving-themed activities, or come enjoy some grown-up time while connecting with other parents and caregivers. Thanksgiving and fall attire is encouraged but not required!
This is a casual, drop-in event, so come whenever you'd like and stay for as little or as long as you want. Registration is completely FREE! Simply purchase any food or drinks you'd like from Chennault Coffee.
We can't wait to share a morning of gratitude, laughter, and connection with you!
Registration is not required, but RSVP’ing will help us ensure we have toys and activities for your kiddos: https://forms.gle/BieMHCVqqxmmX8ki7
Infant Bonding and Brain Building- Class 2
Join Playfully Connected for the second class of the final Infant Bonding & Brain Building session of 2026! Designed for babies ages 0–12 months and their caregivers, this free program offers playful, meaningful ways to strengthen your bond and support your baby’s early brain development. Registration is required, and spots are limited, so be sure to reserve your spot today!
Registration Link: https://forms.gle/mS6SoFELFCQf3cT26
Toddler Bonding and Brain Building (Pilot)- Class 2
Join Playfully Connected for the second class of the pilot Toddler Bonding & Brain Building program! Designed for toddlers ages 12-24 months and their caregivers, this free program offers playful, meaningful ways to strengthen your bond and support your baby’s early brain development. Registration is required, and spots are limited, so be sure to reserve your spot today!
Registration Link: https://forms.gle/bWZMeDoBWmGyf5CM6
Sensory Playtime
Sensory Playtime is a free, play-based experience for children ages 0–3 and their caregivers to explore, discover, and connect through sensory-rich activities. From textures and songs to movement and hands-on play, families can enjoy meaningful moments together while supporting early learning, family bonding, and community engagement. No experience or special skills needed—just come ready to play!
Gather Round the Table: Community Resource Fair
Playfully Connected is excited to be part of Gather Round the Table, a free community resource fair hosted by Illuminate Community Outreach at Railroad Museum Park in DeQuincy! Join us for free food, a bounce house, resource vendors, shopping vendors, and plenty of opportunities to connect with local organizations and families. Stop by Playfully Connected’s Sensory Playtime station for hands-on sensory fun for little ones and their caregivers. We can’t wait to connect with our community through play!
Infant Bonding and Brain Building- Class 1
Join Playfully Connected for the first class of the final Infant Bonding & Brain Building session of 2026! Designed for babies ages 0–12 months and their caregivers, this free program offers playful, meaningful ways to strengthen your bond and support your baby’s early brain development. Registration is required, and spots are limited, so be sure to reserve your spot today!
Registration Link: https://forms.gle/mS6SoFELFCQf3cT26
Inclusive Trunk or Treat
Join Playfully Connected at the Milestones Behavioral Services’ Inclusive Trunk-or-Treat at Lake Area Adventures! This welcoming Halloween event is designed with individuals with disabilities and their families in mind, celebrating different sensory needs, paces, and ways of participating. Stop by our decorated trunk for goodies, try our monster bean bag toss, and learn more about Playfully Connected and our family-focused programs.
Everyone is welcome! Come as you are and enjoy a Halloween celebration where everyone belongs.
Toddler Bonding and Brain Building (Pilot)- Class 1
Join Playfully Connected for the first class of the pilot Toddler Bonding & Brain Building program! Designed for toddlers ages 12-24 months and their caregivers, this free program offers playful, meaningful ways to strengthen your bond and support your baby’s early brain development. Registration is required, and spots are limited, so be sure to reserve your spot today!
Registration Link: https://forms.gle/bWZMeDoBWmGyf5CM6
Infant Bonding and Brain Building- Class 5 (Registration Closed)
The Fall 2026 session of Infant Bonding and Brain Building is having their final class of the session. Designed for babies ages 0–12 months and their caregivers, this free program offers playful, meaningful ways to strengthen your bond and support your baby’s early brain development.
Registration for this program is closed.
Sensory Playtime
Sensory Playtime is a free, play-based experience for children ages 0–3 and their caregivers to explore, discover, and connect through sensory-rich activities. From textures and sounds to movement and hands-on play, families can enjoy meaningful moments together while supporting early learning and development. No experience or special skills needed—just come ready to play!
Potty Training Essentials
Playfully Connected is proud to sponsor this free, four-hour toilet-training workshop through the Franciscan University School of Arts & Sciences and Potty Prep School! Designed for parents and toddlers, this workshop combines evidence-based potty-training strategies with play-based activities to help little ones build confidence and make the toilet-training journey more positive and manageable. Registration is required, and space is limited, so snag your spot today!
Registration Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1z7wo_WDtM6a4xkoOEjWmYk3ZUCd-CywkFYeANmOsnrw/viewform?edit_requested=true
Sensory Playtime
Hands-on sensory experiences, music, movement, and creative play that encourage exploration while supporting healthy child development.
Sensory Playtime
Hands-on sensory experiences, music, movement, and creative play that encourage exploration while supporting healthy child development.